Best Treatments for Cellulite

Cellulite involves fibrous connective cords that tether the skin to the underlying muscle, with the fat lying between. Fat cells accumulate and push against the skin while the long, tough cords pull down. This creates an uneven surface or dimpling appearance.

Cellulite can be tough to correct, but many options are available. Topical creams contain retinol or caffeine to increase blood flow, temporarily reducing the appearance of cellulite. Radiofrequency devices can reduce the connective tissue in the affected area and increase blood flow. But for the best results, try one of the following techniques specifically designed to treat cellulite.

Laser Treatments Cut Through Cellulite

FDA-cleared laser cellulite reduction uses a tiny laser probe inserted just beneath the skin through a small incision to heat the tissues beneath the skin’s surface.

Some of the benefits of laser treatments for cellulite include the following:

• Releases the cords responsible for cellulite
• Reduces the thickness of the subcutaneous fat layer
• Stimulates collagen production
• Improve skin texture and elasticity
• Minimally invasive
• Low pain thanks to local anesthesia
• Downtime is approximately two days
• Results last about one year
• Most patients achieve their desired result after one treatment
• Immediate results

Non-Laser Energy Treatments

Instead of laser energy, other cellulite treatments heat the skin using the following energy sources:

• Radiofrequency (RF)
• Ultrasound
• Infrared light
• Radial pulses

The benefits of non-laser energy treatments for cellulite include the following:

• Stimulated collagen production
• Reduced cellulite
• Mild fat reduction
• Relaxed collagen bands
• A smoother and more even skin texture
• Non-invasive
• No downtime

However, your doctor may recommend a series of treatments for optimal results. Because results are temporary, you must repeat treatment every few months to maintain results.

Mechanical Treatments

Mechanical treatments release tightened septae using a thin blade inserted through a tiny incision. The skin is gently suctioned into the device, allowing the cosmetic surgeon to insert the blade only a few millimeters beneath the skin.

Benefits of mechanical cellulite treatments include:

• Minimized impact on surrounding tissues
• Local anesthesia
• The longest-lasting cellulite treatment, with results lasting up to three years
• Minimal downtime
• Results are noticeable within a few days after treatment
• Most effective for treating deep dimples and depressions of the buttocks and back of the thighs

Endermologie

Endermologie® is a non-surgical and non-invasive suction massage that stimulates the skin and underlying fat to soften them. This stimulation targets fat and promotes blood and lymphatic circulation while activating fibroblasts. Fibroblasts produce new collagen, hyaluronic acid, and elastin to naturally restore the thickness of the dermis and reduce the appearance of cellulite.

Endermologie® cellulite treatments have the following benefits:

• Stimulates collagen to support aging gracefully
• Lifts and tightens sagging skin
• Treats cellulite for smoother skin
• Reduces stubborn fat deposits
• Improves thinning skin

Treat Cellulite in Charlotte with Criswell & Criswell

At Criswell & Criswell, our surgeons have earned a reputation for delivering some of the best patient experiences. Our procedures are performed in a luxurious, comfortable, discreet environment where we offer a range of advanced surgical and non-surgical treatments.

We offer state-of-the-art facial surgeries, body sculpting, and cellulite treatments such as Endermologie that restore a fresher, more youthful look. When you’re ready to treat cellulite in Charlotte, we invite you to experience our warm, welcoming atmosphere and providers who consistently produce beautiful, natural-looking results.